Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary to Permanent)

Lakeside Educational Network; Upper Gwynedd Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeside Educational Network is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team on a part-time basis (up to 29 hours per week). The successful candidate will ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, supporting smooth financial workflows and vendor relations.

Responsibilities include verifying invoices, maintaining vendor records, reconciling statements, assisting with month-end close, and collaborating with other departments while preserving confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software; ability to maintain confidential records.
• Reliable and trustworthy with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring proper coding and approval before payment.
• Maintain and update vendor records accurately and securely.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of company obligations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Support internal audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Description

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This part-time position (up to 29 hours per week) offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to our company's financial operations with the potential to transition to full-time based on business needs and individual performance. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of our company’s invoices and payments, supporting smooth financial workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring proper coding and approval before payment
• Maintain and update vendor records accurately and securely
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of company obligations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable
• Support internal audits and provide documentation as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice and payment issues
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

Join our team and become part of a dynamic organization that values growth, collaboration, and professional development. We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for advancement as we continue to expand our operations.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and procedures
• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Must be reliable and trustworthy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting and payroll software.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.